Clarke Prep had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They were outmatched by the Ezekiel Academy Knights and fell 66-36. The Gators lost against the Knights in their previous head to head back in November of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 53-50 score last time.
Ezekiel Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jillian Newell led the charge by as she made all 6 shots she took to post 18 points. Those 18 points gave Newell a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Gianna Johnson, who went 6-for-7 on her way to 13 points and three steals.
The victory keeps Ezekiel Academy at an undefeated 7-0.
Clarke Prep will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Sparta Academy at 2:00 p.m. on January 19, 2026. As for Ezekiel Academy, they will hit the road for the first time this season to take on Springwood at 6:30 p.m. on December 2.
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